Friends of the Jay C. Hormel Nature Center
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A note from our President:
August 2019
Days are getting shorter. Leaves are changing. Autumn is here. Notice the deer, squirrels, and birds preparing for the approaching winter. Let the serenity of a fall nature walk renew your senses. Mark your calendars. Fall also means we are preparing for the Annual Thanksgiving Feast, coming up November 2nd. Tickets go on sale soon. Watch for your invitation or check the website for more details.
The Jay C. Hormel Nature Center will again host Christmas in the City NE. It will be in the first part of December and feature Santa for pictures, activities for your children and treats for all. We had over 600 people attend last year. Watch our website and social media for the date and time.
Two Saturdays per month come out to the Sola Fide Observatory and discover fascinating facts about the night sky from amateur astronomers as they host free public programs. Past visitors will notice renovations have occurred. The Friends are financing the telescope upgrade and buildings and grounds improvements. The renewed interest in astronomy has seen over 60 visitors on multiple occasions during the 2019 summer. Don’t miss out!
Congratulations to Luke, his team and the City of Austin for getting the Master Plan completed and submitted to the State. We have purchased 11 acres of land to the North of the Nature Center. This land will become our wetland area needed for wildlife and trees.
My husband Ron and I enjoyed participating in the 2nd Annual Dammen Adventure Race in July with my children and grandchildren! It was a great opportunity for young & old to bond together. It was a fun morning that our family remembers fondly. We hope the race grows in years to come!
Finally, thank you for allowing me the opportunity to lead the Friends Board these past 2 years. The Board is very active, and always open to new ideas. We listen to constructive criticism/concerns/ suggestions and hope to better serve the Austin area by supporting the Nature Center. Your donations, no matter how small or large, are appreciated because a little bit helps to make this Nature Center a beautiful place to visit.
Thank you.
– Darlene Walth, President of the Friends of the Hormel Nature Center
August 2019
Days are getting shorter. Leaves are changing. Autumn is here. Notice the deer, squirrels, and birds preparing for the approaching winter. Let the serenity of a fall nature walk renew your senses. Mark your calendars. Fall also means we are preparing for the Annual Thanksgiving Feast, coming up November 2nd. Tickets go on sale soon. Watch for your invitation or check the website for more details.
The Jay C. Hormel Nature Center will again host Christmas in the City NE. It will be in the first part of December and feature Santa for pictures, activities for your children and treats for all. We had over 600 people attend last year. Watch our website and social media for the date and time.
Two Saturdays per month come out to the Sola Fide Observatory and discover fascinating facts about the night sky from amateur astronomers as they host free public programs. Past visitors will notice renovations have occurred. The Friends are financing the telescope upgrade and buildings and grounds improvements. The renewed interest in astronomy has seen over 60 visitors on multiple occasions during the 2019 summer. Don’t miss out!
Congratulations to Luke, his team and the City of Austin for getting the Master Plan completed and submitted to the State. We have purchased 11 acres of land to the North of the Nature Center. This land will become our wetland area needed for wildlife and trees.
My husband Ron and I enjoyed participating in the 2nd Annual Dammen Adventure Race in July with my children and grandchildren! It was a great opportunity for young & old to bond together. It was a fun morning that our family remembers fondly. We hope the race grows in years to come!
Finally, thank you for allowing me the opportunity to lead the Friends Board these past 2 years. The Board is very active, and always open to new ideas. We listen to constructive criticism/concerns/ suggestions and hope to better serve the Austin area by supporting the Nature Center. Your donations, no matter how small or large, are appreciated because a little bit helps to make this Nature Center a beautiful place to visit.
Thank you.
– Darlene Walth, President of the Friends of the Hormel Nature Center
Amphitheater concept design
Mission Statement
To enhance and encourage environmental education, scientific opportunities,
and the enjoyment of nature at the Jay C. Hormel Nature Center.
To enhance and encourage environmental education, scientific opportunities,
and the enjoyment of nature at the Jay C. Hormel Nature Center.